The online literary community known as “BookTok” is experiencing widespread debate following a trademark filing for the popular phrase “Hot Girls Read.” Many creators and independent merchants within the community have expressed concern over the trademark, which covers merchandise such as apparel and accessories. Critics argue that trademarking a phrase widely used across the platform commercializes and restricts community-driven slang, potentially harming small businesses and independent creators who sell themed merchandise.
- A trademark application was filed for the phrase “Hot Girls Read,” a popular slogan and meme within the BookTok community.
- The trademark specifically targets commercial merchandise, including clothing, bags, and other accessories.
- Independent creators argue that the phrase belongs to the collective community and should not be monopolized by a single entity.
- Many small business owners express concern that the trademark could lead to intellectual property strikes and product removals on e-commerce platforms.
- The dispute highlights ongoing tensions regarding the legal ownership and commercialization of viral internet slang and community culture.
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Shite from the bbc propaganda channel
The BBC is funding by you thank you ?
Those are the Nordic Alien's. Hilarious! However it does bring up the problem of disinformation. "Your eyes can decieve you….. Don't trust them" Obi Wan Kenobi teaching a young Luke Skywalker.
To quote Eagan from Ghostbusters…
"Print is dead. I collect spores, mold, and funguses".
Sounds like #blueanonconspiracytheories
At this point neo Nazis are pretty far down on my list of things to worry about
Chinese media ?
You lost me and went way off topic.